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GameMaker Games - Indie Games Made with GameMaker

GameMaker is the 2D engine behind some of the most influential indie games ever made. Browse GameMaker games listed by their developers and see why so many 2D hits started here.

GameMaker is a 2D-focused game engine from YoYo Games, scripted in GML (GameMaker Language) or its visual equivalent. It is free for non-commercial use, with paid licenses for commercial and console releases.

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Unity 0 listed C#, huge ecosystem, strong on mobile Godot 0 listed Free & open source, great for 2D Unreal Engine 0 listed High-end 3D, Blueprints, multiplayer GameMaker 0 listed Fast 2D, behind Undertale RPG Maker 0 listed Story-driven 2D RPGs
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Notable games made with GameMaker

Well-known games built with GameMaker, for reference. They are examples, not Mutop100 listings.

  • Undertale Toby Fox

    The RPG where you can spare every enemy, made largely by one person.

  • Deltarune Toby Fox

    Undertale's follow-up, released chapter by chapter.

  • Hotline Miami Dennaton Games

    Neon top-down action that shaped a decade of indie style.

  • Katana ZERO Askiisoft

    Slow-motion action platformer with a time-bending story.

  • Hyper Light Drifter Heart Machine

    Pixel-art action RPG known for wordless storytelling.

  • Pizza Tower Tour De Pizza

    Fast cartoon platformer inspired by Wario Land.

  • Nuclear Throne Vlambeer

    Roguelike shooter developed in public on livestreams.

  • Spelunky (2008 original) Derek Yu

    The freeware original that kicked off the roguelike platformer.

Why GameMaker keeps producing 2D hits

  • Built for 2D. Rooms, sprites, tilesets and sequences, with a fast write-run-tweak loop that suits action games where feel is everything.
  • Approachable code. GML is easy for beginners yet powers commercial releases; visual GML helps non-programmers start.
  • Export targets. Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS and HTML5, with console exports available on higher license tiers.
  • Low system requirements. GameMaker games tend to run on almost anything, which widens the potential audience.

Licensing has changed several times; at the time of writing GameMaker is free for non-commercial use, with a one-time license for commercial desktop, web and mobile releases and a subscription for consoles. Check YoYo Games' current pricing before you publish.

What to check before playing a GameMaker game

Expect tight 2D gameplay and modest hardware needs. The things that vary between games are resolution and fullscreen options, controller support and accessibility settings such as remappable keys, so check the store page or ask in the developer's Discord.

Many GameMaker games are fast, difficult action titles. If you prefer slower games, sort this page by votes and read the short pitches, or explore the RPG Maker games page for story-driven 2D RPGs.

Listing your GameMaker game on Mutop100

  • Choose GameMaker as the engine so your game appears on this page.
  • Lead with the feel of the game in the trailer: the first five seconds should show movement and combat, not the logo.
  • If you have an HTML5 or GX.games build, link it through itch.io or your website so players can try it instantly.
  • Mention controller support and Steam Deck in tags if you have them; 2D action players care.

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  • Free game page with trailer, screenshots and store buttons
  • Placement here and on your engine and platform pages
  • Vote button, live rank badge and a developer dashboard
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GameMaker games: frequently asked questions

Is GameMaker free?

GameMaker is free for non-commercial use. Selling a game requires a paid license, and console exports require a higher tier. Check YoYo Games' current pricing because it has changed over time.

Can GameMaker make 3D games?

It has basic 3D functions, but it is designed for 2D. Developers who need full 3D usually choose Unity, Godot or Unreal Engine.

Which famous games are made with GameMaker?

Undertale, Deltarune, Hotline Miami, Katana ZERO, Hyper Light Drifter, Pizza Tower, Nuclear Throne and the original Spelunky.